Negotiating leverage
31
moderate leverage / 100
~33 days of national supply and listings typically ~3% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Mazda Mazda3 Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$19,675
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$10,999$28,689
- Typical market range
- $17,665–$21,973
- Ridekick fair price
- $19,675
- Original MSRP range
- $20,650–$32,450
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
7 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
33
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Mazda Mazda3.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,838–$21,744
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,650 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $16,798 | $22,650 | $20,838–$21,744 |
| Select | $17,645 | $22,850 | $21,022–$21,936 |
| Preferred | $18,390 | $25,750 | $23,690–$24,720 |
| Base | $18,995 | $20,650 | $18,998–$19,824 |
| Premium | $20,275 | $28,000 | $25,760–$26,880 |
| Premium Plus | $21,244 | $32,450 | $29,854–$31,152 |
| Turbo | $21,495 | $31,050 | $28,566–$29,808 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$15,546$24,624$33,702
Fair priceS
$16,798
S: fair price $16,798, original MSRP $22,650, estimated dealer cost $20,838 to $21,744.
Select
$17,645
Select: fair price $17,645, original MSRP $22,850, estimated dealer cost $21,022 to $21,936.
Preferred
$18,390
Preferred: fair price $18,390, original MSRP $25,750, estimated dealer cost $23,690 to $24,720.
Base
$18,995
Base: fair price $18,995, original MSRP $20,650, estimated dealer cost $18,998 to $19,824.
Premium
$20,275
Premium: fair price $20,275, original MSRP $28,000, estimated dealer cost $25,760 to $26,880.
Premium Plus
$21,244
Premium Plus: fair price $21,244, original MSRP $32,450, estimated dealer cost $29,854 to $31,152.
Turbo
$21,495
Turbo: fair price $21,495, original MSRP $31,050, estimated dealer cost $28,566 to $29,808.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Mazda Mazda3 runs about $19,617 in MT to $21,612 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,400 | $110+ | $20,816 |
| TX | $1,207 | $332 | $20,845 |
| FL | $1,158 | $1,074+ | $21,538 |
| NY | $772 | $371 | $20,449 |
| PA | $1,158 | $587 | $21,051 |
| IL | $1,207 | $683 | $21,196 |
| OH | $1,110 | $444 | $20,860 |
| GA | $1,351 | $637 | $21,294 |
| NC | $579 | $793 | $20,678 |
| WA | $1,255 | $215+ | $20,776 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $19,831 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2021 Mazda Mazda3.
TIRES:VALVE
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2021 Mazda3 and CX-30 vehicles. Air may suddenly leak from the tire air valve.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four tire air valves with new parts, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2021. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4721B.
Campaign 21V101000 · 22/02/2021
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Mazda Mazda3?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,675, within a typical market range of $17,665 to $21,973.
Is the 2021 Mazda Mazda3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,650, so a fair used price is roughly $2,975 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Mazda Mazda3?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,617 in MT to $21,612 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Mazda Mazda3?
There are about 33 days of national market supply for the 2021 Mazda Mazda3 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Mazda Mazda3.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Mazda Mazda3?
Negotiating leverage rates 31/100 (moderate). ~33 days of national supply and listings typically ~3% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Mazda Mazda3?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,838–$21,744 — its $22,650 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/17/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.